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Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Hallador Energy Company stock (HNRG) is currently trading at $17.63. Hallador Energy Company PE ratio is 16.38. Hallador Energy Company PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.57. Analyst consensus price target for HNRG is $28.00. WallStSmart rates HNRG as Hold.

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HNRG

Hallador Energy Company

NASDAQENERGY
$17.63
$1.00 (6.01%)
52W$9.25
$24.70
Target$28.00+58.8%

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HNRG Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Hallador Energy Company (HNRG)

Margin of Safety
+54.8%
Strong Buy Zone
HNRG Fair Value
$44.93
Graham Formula
Current Price
$17.63
$27.30 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $44.93
Overvalued
Price $17.63
Graham IV $44.93
Analyst $28.00

HNRG trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $44.93, offering a 55% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, return on equity, price/sales. Concerns around operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 8.8/10
Return on EquityProfitability
31.70%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $32 in profit

EPS GrowthGrowth
1408.00%10/10

Earnings per share surging 1408.00% year-over-year

PEG RatioValuation
1.268/10

Good growth relative to its price

Price/SalesValuation
1.578/10

Paying $1.57 for every $1 of annual revenue

Institutional Own.Quality
68.88%8/10

68.88% held by institutions, strong professional interest

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
1.575
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
1.635
Undervalued
HNRG Target Price
$28
49% Upside

Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.8/10
Operating MarginProfitability
5.99%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Price/BookValuation
4.634/10

Premium pricing at 4.6x book value

Revenue GrowthGrowth
9.20%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 9.20%

Profit MarginProfitability
8.92%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Market CapQuality
$739M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
30.21
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Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 63/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.8/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.26), Price/Sales (1.57) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 31.70%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 1408.00%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (4.63) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 9.20%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 5.99%, Profit Margin at 8.92%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 31.70% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 9.20% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, EPS Growth) and negatives (Operating Margin, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

HNRG Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

HNRG's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.57x sits near its historical average of 1.81x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 22% below its historical high of 2.01x set in Mar 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 1.57x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~1.9x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) · ENERGYTHERMAL COAL

The Big Picture

Hallador Energy Company operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 469M with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 8.9%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 3170.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -17M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Hallador Energy Company push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Sector dynamics: monitor THERMAL COAL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Hallador Energy Company.

Bottom Line

Hallador Energy Company offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Hallador Energy Company(HNRG)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

ENERGY

Industry

THERMAL COAL

Country

USA

Hallador Energy Company is engaged in the production of steam coal in the Illinois Basin for the electric power generation industry. The company is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.